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DateMay 26, 2023
CategoryDiabetes
Pet TypeCat
TopicProducts
Question:
I’m looking for lnsulin needles and related items
Answer:
Hey! We sell them online here at Petmeds.com Insulin needles LINK HERE: https://www.1800petmeds.com/insulin+u+40+syringes-prod12420.html
02
DateApr 6, 2023
CategoryDiabetes
Pet TypeCat
TopicBexacat
Question:
Can a cat on Bexacat go into remission?
Answer:
Hey! Yes if Bexacat oral pills are controlling your cats diabetes and lowering their glucose in their blood then over time your cat can go into remission! Keep up the good work! I hope this helped! Dr. Lindsay Butzer Please check out my veterinary instagram here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBvlURdNKSJ2oRbzUB1_JQw
03
DateJan 25, 2023
CategoryDiabetes
Pet TypeDog
TopicDisbetes insulin.
Question:
Does have tlo dump vetsulin after42 days or good till expires on bottle if refrigerated
Answer:
Hey! Unfortunately you need to get a new bottle every 42 days. Please call your local veterinarian to pick up a new bottle! I hope this helped! Dr. Lindsay Butzer
04
DateJan 3, 2023
CategoryDiabetes
Pet TypeDog
TopicDog diabetic
Question:
Do you have any treats for diabetic dogs?
Answer:
Hey! I found this website for you that has many diabetic dog treat options and what to look for! I hope this helps! Dr. Lindsay Butzer LINK HERE: https://www.rover.com/blog/reviews/diabetic-dog-treats/
05
DateDec 8, 2022
CategoryDiabetes
Pet TypeDog
TopicFinancial
Question:
Looking for an affiliation other than Care credit to pay for Diamonds Vetsulin.
Answer:
There are many pet insurance companies I cannot recommend one in particular! I think calling your vets office and seeing what their managers think would be best.
06
DateNov 22, 2022
CategoryDiabetes
Pet TypeDog
TopicObsessive water drinking
Question:
My boxer will not stop drinking water
Answer:
You chose the category diabetes for your question and that is certainly a possibility, but so are many other things (kidney problems, Cushings diseases, etc.) so see your veterinarian for some quick bloodwork to see what is going on and what treatment might be best.
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DateNov 22, 2022
CategoryDiabetes
Pet TypeDog
TopicTest Topic
Question:
Test Question
Answer:
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08
DateOct 26, 2022
CategoryDiabetes
Pet TypeDog
TopicMilk Thistle
Question:
We've been giving our age 13 1/2, 24 lb dog Pickles liquid Milk Thistle for bout 3 weeks now & are now seeing some improvement. He seems to be doing better. His liver belly swelling is down, his diabetes somewhat better more stable, he's now more active, alert. But we been guessing on dose and what kind brand for dogs to get for him. His Vet Dr won't tell us and doesn't sell it. I bought small bottle liquid has dropper from Walmart been giving him but don't know if it's for dogs or humans. Been giving him drop mixed in bit of water twice a day in his food. When took him to Vet Dr for his 3 year Rabies year half ago he had a sudden stroke with total blindness confusion etc, sudden diabetes he's been on insulin shots twice daily, very high liver enzymes & swollen liver possible Cushings. What Milk Thistle should we be giving him and what dose for sure? Do you sell the Milk Thistle? ty Dr
Answer:
Yes, we sell Denamarin - here is a link with the dosage: (https://www.1800petmeds.com/denamarin+tablets+-prod11008.html) which contains Silybin whish is the ingredient in milk thistle that helps with liver issues.
09
DateOct 13, 2022
CategoryDiabetes
Pet TypeDog
TopicVetsulin refill
Question:
I just opened the last bottle of Vetsulin. Please contact the vet again as you first tried on a Sunday. Office was closed. This needs to be done ASAP.
Answer:
This is the Ask the Vet sections for medical questions. Contact customer service about that. Here is their contact information: Toll Free Number (Call or Text) 1-800-PetMeds® (1-800-738-6337) Email Address customerservice@1800petmeds.com
010
DateOct 6, 2022
CategoryDiabetes
Pet TypeDog
TopicFood to feed
Question:
What is the best to feed a dog with diebetes, thanks?
Answer:
I like Purina DM.
011
DateSep 23, 2022
CategoryDiabetes
Pet TypeCat
TopicTreatments
Question:
Any new treatments for cat diabetes there has been for humans?
Answer:
Not really - the veterinary diets (Purina DM in particular) and injectable insulin seem to work best for most cats.
012
DateSep 15, 2022
CategoryDiabetes
Pet TypeDog
TopicDiabetes
Question:
How to tell if your dog has diabetes
Answer:
Your veterinarian will be able to immediately tell with either a quick urinalysis and/or bloodwork. Increased urination and drinking and weight loss are the most common clinical signs but can also mimic other diseases (kidney, etc.) so testing is essential for a diagnosis.
013
DateAug 3, 2022
CategoryDiabetes
Pet TypeDog
TopicInsulin
Question:
My dog was recently diagnosed with diabetes and fights me daily for insulin injections and runs away like a cat would. Is there any type of insulin injection that’s once or twice a week as opposed to every day? It’s causing us both a lot of stress
Answer:
No, there isn't, unfortunately. All cases are different, so work with your veterinarian to find potential solutions: smaller needle, behavior training with positive reinforcement, etc.
014
DateJul 18, 2022
CategoryDiabetes
Pet TypeDog
TopicMixing insulin with Simparica Trio
Question:
Is it safe to give my diabetic dog, who is on insulin, Simparica Trio?
Answer:
Probably. but it really depends on his past bloodwork and how well regulted he is, etc. so your veterinarian is definitely the best one to ask about that.
015
DateJul 11, 2022
CategoryDiabetes
Pet TypeDog
Topicdiabetes treatment
Question:
do you recommend oral meds for dogs with diabetes
Answer:
No - they really don't work very well for them - almost all diabetics will need injectable insulin.
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